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Experimental Photography: What Does it Really Mean?

Kris Krainock
Being an experimental photographer means embracing the unknown and exploring new avenues of creative expression. It means stepping outside traditional photographic techniques and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Experimental photographers use...
Hand holding flower in front of green backdrop with potted plants below.

Experimental Photography: What Does it Really Mean?

Kris Krainock
Being an experimental photographer means embracing the unknown and exploring new avenues of creative expression. It means stepping outside traditional photographic techniques and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Experimental photographers use...
Person sitting on grass, holding a camera and capturing nature in a scenic outdoor setting.

How to Take Great Photos of Nature

Vanessa DeRousseau

Ah, nature. The great outdoors. The fresh air, the chirping birds, and the occasional mosquito bite. It's a beautiful and unpredictable world out there, and as photographers, we have the privilege of capturing its majesty in all its forms. But how do you turn that perfect moment into a...

Woman with camera sitting on a sidewalk surrounded by trees and greenery.

Travel Photography: How to Take Great Photos of Travel

Vanessa DeRousseau
Ah, travel photography! The perfect way to capture memories of that epic trip you took and show off your photography skills on Instagram. But let's face it; sometimes your travel photos look like they were taken by a drunk sloth with...
Young woman with a camera in a bright, plant-filled room, focusing on a food setup.

How to Use Natural Light?

Vanessa DeRousseau
Light will easily make or break your photo - it defines your image's outcome, and I would say it's more important than your subject. So understanding natural light and how to use it will be one of the most important things you can learn. I've got you covered, and I put together a guide with...
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Architecture Photography Tips

Vanessa DeRousseau
Have you ever looked at a stunning building and thought, "Wow, I wish I could capture that beauty forever?" Well, with a little know-how and a good camera, you can! Architectural photography captures the details, angles, and lines that make buildings unique. And trust me, it's not just...
Clear glasses of water splashing with lemon slices, showing dynamic water movement.

Water Splash Photography: How to Shoot High-Speed Photography of Splashing Liquids?

Vanessa DeRousseau
Who doesn't love a good water splash? Whether the splash is from a canon ball into a pool, running through a sprinkler, or just splashing around in a puddle, there's something undeniably satisfying about the sight and sound of water splashing. And if you're a photographer, capturing that perfect splash shot can be just as satisfying. But let's be honest...
Black and white tintype photographs featuring a portrait, a mountain scene, and a historic house.

Tintype Photography: What is it?

Vanessa DeRousseau
Welcome, to the new fad, tintype photography. This style of photography dates back to the late 1890s. Tintype photography gets its name from being created on iron plates (interestingly enough, it involves no tin). And, like all things vintage, this style is making a...
Candid shot of a man with sunglasses lying down, holding a camera towards the viewer.

What is Aperture and How to Use It?

Kris Krainock
The Aperture is a critical part of photography, as it controls the amount and quality of light that can pass through your lens. Not only does this hole regulate how much illumination enters the device, but it also impacts which elements in an image will be...
Woman in a white outfit holding a sign reading 'They did it! Let's Party!' with a child in a suit.

How to Capture Candid Moments at a Wedding?

Vanessa DeRousseau
When most people think of wedding photography, the first things that come to mind are the posed photos taken before and after the ceremony. These are the shots taken while the bridal party is getting ready, the group shots, family photos, and the bride and groom portraits. However, there's another type of photography that is crucial to having a memorable album - candid photos...
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How to Shoot Macro Photography of Flowers and Insects?

Vanessa DeRousseau
Macro photography is a fascinating technique that captures close-ups of the photographer's subjects - usually flowers, insects, or raindrops. One of the more challenging subjects for macro photography is our cute little pesky friends, insects. Since insects are moving targets, capturing them will take more...
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Travel Photography Tips for Beginners

Kris Krainock
If we want our photographs of the places we visit to be both vivid and everlasting, they must encapsulate each destination's unique atmosphere, personality, and vibe. A photo should tell a story about its surroundings as much as...
Man adjusting a large reflector in a photography studio against a soft backdrop.

Medium Close Up: A Key Shot for Filmmakers and Photographers

Kris Krainock
The medium close-up shot perfectly showcases characters within films, as it displays them from their chest or shoulders up to the crown of their head. It's an ideal balance between being slightly wider than a close-up and closer than a medium shot, though those exact boundaries are not...
Yellow sweater, sitting man on a chair, light refraction creating abstract shapes.

How to Use Prism Photography to Create Creative and Abstract Images?

Vanessa DeRousseau
Prism Photography is a newer technique to hit the scene. Although the concept and idea have been around for a while, it has been in the last decade that photographers tried to bring out this technique of using prisms to spray and refract light...

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